We contacted the Mayor’s Office about the Kevin Black memorial on 24th St. that was removed last week. After some checking, a spokesperson tells us the city follows a careful protocol with roadside memorials, and they did not take it down. One My Ballard reader says he saw “a man there with a trash bag,” and others speculate that it may have been the work of a man who routinely cleans poles around the neighborhood, especially in Old Ballard.

The family is hoping the notes and photos that were removed — including a framed photo of Kevin and the kids — will be returned. If you have any information, please email us here at My Ballard and we’ll connect you with the family. (Photo from February 8th during the memorial ride.)